By the time both programs meet, the Big Ten will have transitioned to its nine-game conference schedule, meaning Cincinnati would be one of just three non-conference opponents on IU's schedule.

Recruiting Ohio has long been a priority for IU coach Kevin Wilson and his staff. Several current Hoosiers, including Shane Wynn, Mark Murphy and Zack Shaw, hail from the Buckeye State. Three of the Hoosiers' signees in the 2014 class came from the Cincinnati area.